Kentucky Derby Invitations

Sports themes are great for many different parties. Whether it’s your son’s birthday, your husband’s birthday, or a “guys’ night out” you’re planning, a sports theme is always a winner. But don’t forget the girls. Many girls would far prefer a soccer themed birthday party to a girly tea party.

First, choose your sport or decide that you’ll cover a variety of sports. Here are some ideas to help you decorate.

• Decorate using your guest of honor’s favorite team colors. So don’t just throw a horse racing party, throw a horse racing party that honors your guest of honor’s favorite team. Buy horse statue, horse streamers and paper products in team colors.
• Use black and red tablecloths that represents start and finish line. Your table will look like turf.
• Put flowers in racing helmets for centerpieces.
• Use a triangular pool ball rack to hold a colorful variety of cupcakes. Sit them on a green tablecloth and it looks just like you’re ready to break!

Food Menu Ideas

Serve “stadium food” - Hot dogs, popcorn, peanuts and nachos make your guests feel just like they’re at the game.

Cake is a must – It’s so easy to create something perfect. Make a cake that resembles one large racing helmet or, make cupcakes that look like horse racing.

Serve beverages in plastic stadium cups - Many companies will personalize these for you. Personalized stadium cups make a great favor for the guests to take home.